Birthdate: January 10, 1938
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Mobile
Died: October 31, 2018
Willie Lee McCovey, also known as “Stretch” and “Willie Mac,” was a legendary American professional baseball player known for his powerful left-handed hitting. He played as a first baseman for the San Francisco Giants, San Diego Padres, and Oakland Athletics during his 19-season career. McCovey recorded 521 career home runs, placing him among the top home run hitters in baseball history. He was a six-time All-Star, a three-time home run champion, an MVP, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1986.
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